About Udupi
Kadiri to Udupi distnce : 487 km
Estimated travel time : 10.2 hours
Udupi is a very popular city for tourism. Udupi is famous pilgrimage town for Hindus, locally known as Rajata Peetha and Shivalli. Udupi is surrounded by western ghat mountains on one side and Arabian Sea on the other side. Udupi Offers both beach and forest experience.
Udupi is located in state of Karnataka. Udupi is famous Hindu Pilgrimage because of presence of Krishna Matt here. The name โUdupiโ is believed to have come from the Sanskrit words "Udu & Pa" that means "stars" and "Lord". Udupi Sri Krishna Temple and Kollur Mookambika Temple are two of the most popular temples in Karnataka where devotees keep on flocking whole year. But Udupi is at its best during festivals like Holi, Janmashtami (Krishnaโs birth) and the biennial Paryayothsava. Special ceremonies, religious discourses, rathotsava and temple elephant processions take place during festivals. During Makar Sankranti, the harvest festival, ceremonies go on for eight days. Udupi is also famous for its cuisine all over India. Other major attractions are Maple beach and St Maryโs island which is famous for its black rocks. Udupi is an educational hab also as Manipal University is lies in Udupi district. Udupi is shopping paradise also. A variety of culinary items starting from snacks, juice extracts, spices and oils used in authentic Udupi cooking. Aluminium pans to make Guliyappa and Aruvamane used to scrape coconuts among cooking vessels sold here. Udupi is also famous for Kanjeevaram, Dharmavaram and Banaras silk sarees. Udupi offers some unique experiences like Yakshagana folk art, Kambala buffalo race, Huli Vesha, Paryaya festival.
Taxi from Kadiri to Udupi is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Kadiri to Udupi by car is well connected by road and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Kadiri to Udupi distance is 487 Km and is 10.2 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are :
1. Bellary - Bellary is a city in Karnataka known for its historical and architectural marvels like the Bellary Fort, Vijayanagara-era structures, and the beautiful Tungabhadra River.
2. Hampi - Located near Bellary, Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its ancient ruins, temples, and monuments. It was the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire and attracts tourists from all over the world.
3. Chitradurga - Chitradurga is a historic town known for its massive fort, ancient temples, and rock-cut caves. The Chitradurga Fort and the Chandravalli Archaeological Site are popular attractions here.
4. Shivamogga - Shivamogga or Shimoga is a picturesque city nestled amidst the Western Ghats. It is known for its natural beauty, waterfalls like Jog Falls, wildlife sanctuaries, and historic temples.
5. Agumbe - Located in the Shimoga district, Agumbe is a serene hill station known as the "Cherrapunji of the South." It offers beautiful views, lush green forests, and is famous for its sunset point.
6. Manipal - Manipal is a university town near Udupi, known for its educational institutions, including Manipal University. It offers beautiful campuses, recreational facilities, and urban amenities.